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To the teachers who hold so much: thank you. Happy World Teachers' Day.Here's what we know about the educators in our co...
10/05/2026

To the teachers who hold so much: thank you. Happy World Teachers' Day.

Here's what we know about the educators in our community: they carry lesson plans. But they also carry a lot that never makes it onto a report card. They notice when a student goes quiet. They notice when someone stops eating lunch with friends. They notice the kid who's always tired, the one who flinches, the one who used to love reading and doesn't anymore. They carry their students' worries. And often, their own.

Taking care of teachers is taking care of kids. That's not a soft statement — it's how it works. A teacher running on empty can't pour into a classroom. A teacher who has support can be the person who changes a trajectory.

Today is also Child Health Day — and the two go hand in hand. Healthy kids need healthy adults in their corner.

So here's what we're asking today: Tag a teacher who changed something for you. Say their name. Tell them what they did. Most of them have no idea. And if you're an educator running on empty — the NEA has free mental health resources built for students and school staff. Not a hotline. Not a crisis line. Just practical support for the people doing the work.

Link in bio. See NEA resources → nea.org/student-success/great-public-schools/student-educator-mental-health

One year ago tonight, the lights went down and the glow came up.On October 4, 2025, our community rolled into Glow Skate...
10/05/2026

One year ago tonight, the lights went down and the glow came up.

On October 4, 2025, our community rolled into Glow Skate Night with the City of Sacramento — and it's still one of our favorite nights.

Kids. Parents. Volunteers. Neighbors. All on wheels, all connected.

Here's what we keep coming back to: nights like that are how prevention actually works. Not a pamphlet. Not a lecture. Not a scare tactic. Young people surrounded by adults who show up. That's it.

Research tells us consistently that connection is one of the strongest protective factors for youth — lower rates of substance use, better mental health, and a stronger sense of belonging. Young people who feel connected to caring adults and to their community are more likely to make healthy choices. And connection doesn't happen in a meeting room. It happens on a skate floor. Nights like Glow Skate are prevention. They're also just fun — and both things can be true.

If you skated with us last year, tag yourself or drop a memory in the comments. We want to hear it. And if you want to help make the next one happen — we need hands.

Volunteers, partners, and people who believe Sacramento's youth deserve safe places to be kids. Volunteer with us → womenofcoloronthemove.org/get-involved/

Healthy or a red flag? You decide.Weekend quiz time. We're asking four questions and we want you to vote in our comment ...
10/03/2026

Healthy or a red flag? You decide.

Weekend quiz time. We're asking four questions and we want you to vote in our comment section.

1. They want your phone password "just because."
2. They cheer when you spend time with friends.
3. They get upset when you make money decisions without them.
4. They respect it when you say "not tonight."

Healthy, or a red flag?

Here's why this matters: abusive relationships rarely start with cruelty. They start with small things that feel like love, wanting to know where you are, wanting to be close, wanting you all to themselves.

By the time control becomes obvious, it's already been normalized. Financial control is one of the most common forms and one of the least talked about. When someone decides how money gets spent, whether you work, or what you're allowed to buy — that's not protection. That's control. Love is respect. And respect is something you can see.

womenofcoloronthemove.org/love_is_respect/

Breaking the silence starts with one conversation. Today is the International Day of Non-Violence, a fitting way to begi...
10/02/2026

Breaking the silence starts with one conversation.

Today is the International Day of Non-Violence, a fitting way to begin Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Here's what we know: abuse thrives in silence. Not because women don't want to speak , but because speaking feels dangerous, shameful, or pointless. So we're naming it plainly. Our Breaking the Silence toolkit was built for women and girls and for the people who love them. It covers:

· How to recognize abuse, including the forms that don't leave marks
· How to talk about it safely with a friend, a provider, or someone you trust
· Where to turn for help, and what happens when you do

One thing worth saying out loud: abuse is not always physical. It can look like control of your money, your phone, your time, your relationships. It can look like someone who keeps you small and calls it love.

You are not the problem. You are not overreacting. And you don't have to figure it out alone. If you or someone you know needs support right now, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is free, confidential, and available 24/7

📞 1-800-799-7233
💬 Text START to 88788

Read the Breaking the Silence toolkit →

womenofcoloronthemove.org/breaking-the-silence-protecting-women-and-girls-from-domestic-violence/

✨ Three causes, one month, one community.October asks a lot of us, and as a community, we are ready to show up for one a...
10/01/2026

✨ Three causes, one month, one community.

October asks a lot of us, and as a community, we are ready to show up for one another. This month carries deep significance as we stand together for survivors of domestic violence, support women and families facing breast cancer, and provide families with the tools and conversations needed to keep young people safe from substance use. 💜

📅 Marking this month:
• International Day of Older Persons — honoring wisdom, legacy, and care across generations.

• Nigeria Independence Day — celebrating culture, history, resilience, and community strength.

• Ongoing: Hispanic Heritage Month — continuing to honor vibrant cultures, stories, and contributions.

All month long, our focus remains grounded in real, actionable support. You’ll find tangible resources right here: early warning signs, screening reminders, and guidance for those vital kitchen-table conversations that build trust and resilience at home.

👉🏾 Save this post, share it with someone you love, and check back every single day. We do better, heal better, and grow stronger when we do it together.

💪🏾 National Women’s Health & Fitness DayMovement is not about meeting a body standard. It’s something you deserve to do ...
09/30/2026

💪🏾 National Women’s Health & Fitness Day

Movement is not about meeting a body standard. It’s something you deserve to do for yourself, your health, and your joy.

As we close out the month, let’s look back together. ❤️ What did our community connect with most this month? Was it:
🫶🏾 Building stronger connections?

❤️ Caring for your heart and soul?

👟 Moving for your health?

💬 Sharing stories and supporting one another?

Tell us in the comments: What post, program, or message stayed with you this month?

To every woman who showed up, joined a conversation, shared a post, attended an event, or simply took one step for herself—thank you. Your energy helps move this community forward.

And we’re not slowing down! 🌟 Hispanic Heritage Month continues through October 15, giving us more time to honor culture, history, stories, and community. Plus, we’re looking ahead to the Bridging the Gap Women’s Summit—another opportunity to learn, connect, and grow together.

👉🏾 Your next step: Subscribe to stay connected, volunteer with us, or enroll in a program. What will you choose?

💌 Subscribe | 🤝🏾 Volunteer | 🌱 Enroll

Let’s keep moving—together. 💜

❤️ World Heart Day: How heart-strong are you?The CDC says heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U...
09/29/2026

❤️ World Heart Day: How heart-strong are you?

The CDC says heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. Black women also face higher rates of high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease.

At Women of Color on the Move, Heart and Soul is one of our programs focused on the connection between emotional and physical heart health. We believe caring for your heart means caring for your whole self.
Stress matters. Long-term stress can affect heart health, so making space for your emotional well-being is part of heart care, too.

This World Heart Day, take two heart-strong steps:
1️⃣ Know your numbers.
Know your blood pressure and cholesterol. High blood pressure often has no symptoms, so checking matters.
2️⃣ Know the signs.
Heart attack symptoms can look different in women. They may include:
• Chest pressure, squeezing, fullness or ache
• Shortness of breath or trouble breathing
• Pain in the upper body: in one or both arms, between the shoulder blades, neck, jaw, or upper stomach
• Nausea, vomiting, or indigestion that feels like severe heartburn
• Cold sweat
• Dizziness or feeling faint
• Unusual or extreme tiredness
• Weakness
Women may mistake these symptoms for heartburn, muscle strain, the flu, fatigue, or stress. Symptoms can also build slowly rather than arrive as a sudden crisis.

🚨 If you think you are having a heart attack, call 911 right away.
💬 Which heart-strong step are you taking this week?
A. Check my blood pressure
B. Ask about my cholesterol
C. Learn the warning signs
D. Make time to manage my stress
E. All of the above ❤️
Drop your letter below and tag a woman who needs this reminder.
Your heart deserves care—body, mind, and soul.



https://www.cdc.gov/heart-disease/data-research/facts-stats/index.html

💬 What does family connection look like in YOUR home? 👀Research from CASA at Columbia University highlights a powerful t...
09/29/2026

💬 What does family connection look like in YOUR home? 👀

Research from CASA at Columbia University highlights a powerful truth: teens who have frequent family dinners have a significantly lower risk of alcohol, to***co, and drug use. A 2026 report from U.S. News & World Report and recent studies emphasize that regular, quality time together truly matters.

But here’s the best part: connection doesn’t have to look picture-perfect.

🙋🏾‍♀️ Dinner at the table?
🥪 A quick snack after school?
🚗 Talking in the car?
🚶🏾‍♀️ Walking around the block?
☕ Breakfast before the day gets busy?

Pick what works for you! 👇🏾

What’s your go-to way to connect with the young people in your life?

A. Share a meal 🍽️
B. Take a walk 🚶🏾‍♀️
C. Talk in the car 🚗
D. Hang out at home 🏠
E. Something else—tell us! 💬

Whatever you choose, keep it regular and phone-free when you can. Because prevention doesn’t have to start with a crisis.

Prevention Begins With Connection. ❤️

📚 Sources: CASA at Columbia University, The Importance of Family Dinners IV; U.S. News & World Report; Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment & Trauma.

🩺 National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness DayToday is a good time to keep the facts about HIV simple and clear: testing an...
09/27/2026

🩺 National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

Today is a good time to keep the facts about HIV simple and clear: testing and treatment work.

Getting tested helps you know your status, make informed health choices, and know what steps to take next. When treatment lowers the virus to an undetectable level and it stays there, HIV is not passed through s*x.

💜 Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U).

That means people living with HIV who are on treatment and have an undetectable viral load can have healthy relationships without transmitting HIV through s*x.

Accurate information helps you cut through the rumors. Whether you are looking for information for yourself, a family member, a friend, or someone you support, we are here to help.

👉 Looking for HIV information? Visit WOCOTM’s HIV/AIDS Resources page today. Our HIV education is open to everyone in the community—you don’t have to be part of a specific group to use these resources.

Take a few minutes to learn the facts, check your options, and share accurate information with someone who may need it.

Know your status. Know the facts. Know your options. 💜

🎮 WEEKEND CHECK-IN: DID YOU KNOW?On weekends, your teen may have more free time to game. So instead of asking:“How many ...
09/27/2026

🎮 WEEKEND CHECK-IN: DID YOU KNOW?

On weekends, your teen may have more free time to game. So instead of asking:

“How many hours are they playing?”

Try asking:

“What is gaming getting in the way of?”

Look for changes in things that matter:

😴 Sleep — Are they staying up late to play?
🍽️ Food — Are they skipping meals?
👥 Friends — Are they pulling away from people in real life?
🏫 School — Is gaming making it harder to get back on track?

🚩 Three warning signs that actually matter:

Gaming starts to replace sleep, meals, school, or time with others.

Your teen gets very upset when it’s time to stop.

Gaming starts to cause problems at home, school, or with friends.

The goal isn't to count every minute. It’s to notice what your teen may be missing. 💜

🗳️ WEEKEND PARENT POLL!

How does your family set gaming limits?

A — Daily time limit
B — Set gaming hours
C — Homework and chores first
D — We set limits together
E — Still figuring it out!

👇🏾 Drop your letter below! Then tell us what works for your family. Your idea may help another parent.

📚 For more tips, check out our “How Gaming Is Killing the Youth” toolkit on our website.

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